Ep 6. Between Understanding and Misunderstanding

After four successful missions, Bong Hwan and the Queen's allies have become known for their competent investigative skills and eye for detail. However, as they investigate another case of an apparent suicide by a eunuch, they must navigate obstacles far more treacherous than any they previously encountered. The difficulty presented in the investigation causes trouble between Bong Hwan and the Queen. The pair finds themselves at odds over who to trust and how to solve the case. Meanwhile, the Queen's relationship with her father becomes increasingly tense as she and Bong Hwan struggle to prove themselves against growing scrutiny from officials loyal to the late King.

In "Between Understanding and Misunderstanding," the stakes are higher than ever before for our protagonists. As they investigate the mysterious death of the eunuch, they contend with a variety of roadblocks. Initially believing it to be a simple suicide, they soon realize there is much more to the story than meets the eye. A particularly troublesome obstacle is their inability to understand the victim's perspective due to his status as a eunuch, leading to the investigation's central theme of misconceptions and misunderstandings.

As an audience, we are introduced to several new characters who have a significant impact on the narrative. In particular, we are introduced to a young widow who has never had a voice in a world dominated by men. Her interactions with Bong Hwan and the Queen reveal the cruel reality of the world she inhabits and force these two to re-evaluate their own perceptions of society. Additionally, the Queen's sister-in-law makes a return in this episode, providing a refreshing amount of comic relief in an otherwise dark and serious episode.

One of the most intriguing themes to be explored in this episode is trust. Bong Hwan and the Queen's relationship has been growing throughout the series, but in "Between Understanding and Misunderstanding," it is more strained than ever before. Both individuals have been burned before, and their experiences make it hard for them to believe in the other's good intentions. However, as the stakes become higher, they must put aside their differences and work together in order to uncover the truth behind the eunuch's death.

The episode is also unique in that it takes the time to explore the cultures and societal norms in which the characters exist. For example, the widow in question is subject to a variety of injustices and prejudices due to her gender. Her position highlights the struggles that women face in a world ruled by men, and it is an issue that the show tackles with both sensitivity and blunt honesty. Additionally, the eunuch's status as a social outcast due to his castration serves as a poignant reminder of just how brutal the world can be for those that exist outside of societal norms.

Overall, "Between Understanding and Misunderstanding" is a tense, gripping episode that takes the characters and audience on a thought-provoking journey. Through themes of trust and societal norms, the show highlights the inherent misconceptions and misunderstandings that exist both within our own world and the one that Bong Hwan inhabits. Fans of the show will no doubt be left eagerly anticipating the next episode and the next investigation.